Goanna Dreaming, Malcolm Maloney Jagamarra (b. 1955), Exhibited. Sculpture - Stone most powerful source of protection

most powerful source of protection and good fortune

an Aboriginal-owned and governed art center located in Yuendumu

This example is shown as a mummiform figure made from white faience with features carefully highlighted in dark pigment

still a lovely example overall

Goanna Dreaming, Malcolm Maloney Jagamarra (b. 1955), Exhibited. Sculpture - Stone most powerful source of protectionGoanna Dreaming at Mt. Denison to Mt. Wedge Artist: Malcolm Maloney Jagamarra (b. 1955) Region: Willowra, Central Australia Language Group: Warlpiri. Medium: Acrylic on Linen Date: 1989 Goannas are large lizards found in all regions of Australia. They acquired their name because they resemble iguanas and feature in Aboriginal paintings from many locations. They adapt well to the Australian climate and ecology and can survive well in desert conditions